Name: Panicum v Hot Rod #1
Brand: The Siebenthaler Company
SKU: Panicum v Hot Rod #1
Price: 16.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Hot Rod Switchgrass

Early red flush on foliage, compact accent for borders

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A perennial Grass emerging blue-green and maturing to green and maroon. Adaptable to a variety of soils. Reddish purple seed heads are loved by birds. Cut back in late winter or early spring before new growth appears. 3 -4'

Botanical Name- Panicum v Hot Rod

Pronunciation- PAN-ih-kum vee

Foliage- Deciduous

Mature Width-

Mature Height-

Sun Exposure- Full Sun

Soil Preferences- Average

Current Size- #1

Bloom Color-

Bloom Time- Late summer

Companion Plants- Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus' (prairie combo, bold color)

Fauna Attracted- Seed-eating birds (sparrows), cover for beneficial insects

Plant Habit- Grass

Care Rating- Easy

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP45

Yearly Care Instructions- Cut back old stems in late winter; prefers well-drained soil and moderate watering.

Trimming Instructions- Cut back to the ground in late winter before new growth emerges.

Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay soil and avoid heavy irrigation to keep plants upright.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone

Possible Issues- Rust, smut

We offer in store pickup or local delivery within 20 miles of either store- Delivery and Planting Guide

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